Council News

 

Although no police were in attendance, members reported a couple of incitements. A car stolen from outside a property during the night and a ‘cold caller’ trying to extort additional money from a householder after carrying out agreed work.

New library – the Vale is about to publish the details seeking tenders for the work. At long last the Welsh Government has given clearance for the stage payment of the agreed grant.

The proposed design of the new playground for Twyn-yr-Odyn has been received. Comments are being sought from the public before the Council agree to the project proceeding.

Whitehall Quarry – the area is to be landscaped when the weather is drier; too muddy at present. Cemex are to be requested to regravel the footpath through the quarry which is becoming very muddy in areas.

During a recent storm one of the pine trees in Grange Park close to the school was blown over on a Sunday afternoon. This is the first known loss of one of the trees in a storm; branches have broken off trees in the past. The Council is seeking reassurance from the Vale that an up to date survey has been conducted on the state of all the trees in the park.

Fly tipping incidents are still occurring in the area. If seen, please report to the Clerk or direct to the Vale. It has been reported that football teams hiring the Station Road playing fields have left litter strewn around after a match, again please report such incidents to the Clerk.

Concern was raised about a growing pot hole on Port Road. The public can report potholes directly to the Vale by going to www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk web site and select report potholes. Leave your contact details and a description of where the hole is.

The Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales, in their latest report, has made it mandatory that in future all Town and Community Council members must receive a payment of £150 a year towards their costs and expenses unless they inform the proper officer in writing that they decline the payment. The payment was previously available if a member submitted a claim.